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12/7/12

Tim Brudnicki will demonstrate his work with black walnut and Lake Superior stone this Saturday.

We had an amazing first artist talk last Saturday and are excited about the second one with Tim Brudnicki coming up this Saturday.  Tim works primarily with black walnut, but he is also striving to work with Lake Superior stone.  Take a look at how he blending these two.

Tim will be talking and demonstrating this Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

We also have some new pieces that are great for gifts which Peter Deneen and Aaron Young dropped off.  Stop by, hear Tim’s talk, and see his amazing work.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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11/29/12

Sandra Shaughnessy will discuss and demonstrate her stoneware and porcelain pottery this Saturday.

We have a couple of events going on this weekend which we invite you to attend.  The first is Country Christmas.  The stores are decorated to the hilt.  You’ll find food and special events all over town.  Santa will be visiting.  Saturday evening the world famous Hot Flashes will be performing at the Widespot.  Come join the fun!

Saturday is also the first day of our new artist talk series.  Whether you are an artist, an art lover, or a collector, we hope you will listen and learn from each unique artist at these talks every upcoming Saturday.

At 2:30 Sandra Shaughnessy will discuss and demonstrate her stoneware and porcelain pottery that are soda-fired.  The result is an orange-warm pebbly surface.  Stop by, hear Sandra’s talk, and see her incredible pieces.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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11/17/12

Find locally-made, one-of-a-kind gifts under $50.

The sunshine glistening off lake is beautiful.  Take a drive this weekend and enjoy the spectacular scenery.  Visit Abode and find one-of-a kind gifts under $50 such as these interesting earrings from found items created by local artists Amy and Matt Palmer.  

Everybody loves music.  We have music for a variety of tastes from local artists, including Vicki Emerson and Patchouli.

Try the incredible lotions, sprays, creams, and soaps by Mirasol Farms which are handmade and certified organic.  These are wonderful gifts, especially at this time of year.

Stop by and see these locally-made, one-of-a-kind gifts.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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11/10/12

Stop by for Mary Logue’s signing today…

Today, Saturday, November 10, Mary Logue will be signing her new children’s book, “Sleep Like a Tiger” and her mystery, “Killer Librarian” from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at Abode Gallery.  Yesterday Mary dropped in and read part of the book to her dog.  We captured the moment in video.   

Mary’s life partner, National Book Award winner Pete Hautman, will also be at Abode signing his new books, Obsidian Blade” and “The Big Crunch” from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. 

In the evening, Mary and Pete will be the featured writers for Word, an annual celebration of the written word at Widespot.  They will read from their latest books and ask each other hard questions about where they get their ideas for books and why they do what they do.  Order your tickets here.

Stop by Saturday, meet Mary and Pete, and see their books.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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11/3/12

Decorate with solid pewter miniature, round, or tree cut-out ornaments.

Now that we are past Halloween, let’s get serious about decorations for Christmas.  Look at these perennial favorites at Abode.  These solid pewter miniature ornaments created by Judy Vilmain from the East coast are under $15.

You will also see a limited number of fun pieces from Woof and Poof for holiday decor.

We are very excited to feature ornaments from Sandra Gerber, new artist from Elkhorn, Nebraska.  Her round and tree cut out ornaments exhibit multiple dimensions and great color.  All of them are under $30, and some are under $20.

This weekend is Women’s Weekend.  Stop by and see these ornaments.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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10/26/12

Choose a handcrafted gift for everyday use.

After watching a few snowflakes fly yesterday, we must admit that the holidays are getting closer.  With this in mind, let’s see more gift ideas under $50.

Take a look at these wonderful diffusers from Paddywax.  These containers are handcrafted from recycled glass.  You’ll love the essential oils scent choices such as lemongrass, basil-cucumber, and Bordeaux fig.  These same scents are available in candles which are made from recycled wine bottles.  The candles are under $20 and the diffusers are under $30.

The second diffuser is locally-made by Sun Leaf Naturals with long-lasting pure essential oils.  The large bottle is under $30, and the small one is under $15.

For the lovers of our beautiful little Stockholm village, our beautiful new Stockholm mugs created by Peter Deneen are a gift that can be used every day.  Choose from solid or Dijon glaze for $20.

Stop by and see the new Stockholm mugs up close and smell the essential oils.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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10/22/12

Give a handcrafted gift that is always in style.

We are approaching the holidays, and it’s time to start thinking about gifts for special people.  Over the next few weeks, I will give you gift idea under $50. 

The first idea is Paul Strauch’s handcrafted doorbells.  Each doorbell is hand cast in solid bronze.  Time and weather take a creative role as each doorbell develops its own rich patina. These doorbells are always in style and a wonderful gift for $39.  

The next idea is a handcrafted, turn-wood wine stopper by local artist Curt Kemp from St. Paul.  Choose from the traditional exposed cork or the concealed cork which actually covers the bottle slightly.  Both are made from exotic woods, hand-turned, hand-finished, and one-of-a-kind for only $16.50.

Stop by and see the handcrafted doorbells and wine stoppers up close.  You’ll be glad you did.

Alan
Abode Gallery
Stockholm

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